SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic released an economic assessment report showing real gross domestic product grew 4.1% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, based on preliminary results. The figure supports the government’s confidence narrative, but investors are also tracking inflation, rates, credit, reserves, trade flows and market size.

For markets, the country’s appeal does not depend only on headline growth. It depends on whether the economy can preserve price stability, credit access, foreign exchange resilience and institutional credibility in a more uncertain global environment.

Growth Supports the Investment Case

The first-quarter expansion points to continued activity at the start of the year. For investors, growth is a useful signal because it reflects demand, business activity, and the economy’s capacity to sustain expansion.

The data gives President Abinader a favorable indicator, but it should not be read in isolation. A single quarterly figure is not enough to confirm long-term strength. Investors will look at the composition of growth across tourism, construction, financial services, free zones, agriculture, manufacturing, and other services.

The stronger reading for the Dominican Republic is therefore sectoral. The country’s investment case improves if expansion remains broad enough to reduce dependence on any single engine.

Inflation Changes the Market Reading

Inflation remains one of the main variables investors are watching. A GDP analysis from Trading Economics reported annual inflation at 5.35% in May 2026, up from 5.11% in April, its highest level since March 2023. The increase was linked in part to transport and other consumer price components.

That shift matters. Higher inflation can affect household purchasing power, operating costs, wages, interest rates, and investment decisions. It also increases attention on the central bank’s monetary response.

For Abinader’s government, the issue is not whether the economy continues to show positive signals. It does. The question is whether inflation can remain contained enough to protect the broader investment case.

Credit Remains Active, but Financing Costs Are High

Credit conditions are another key signal. Central Bank figures cited in the economic assessment showed a weighted average interbank rate of 10.03% in May 2026, while the bank lending rate stood at 13.80% and the deposit rate at 7.33%.

The same data showed private loans in local currency growing 9.1% year-on-year, while total private credit increased 8.5%.

For investors, that combination sends a mixed message. Credit growth suggests continued domestic financial activity. But elevated borrowing costs can affect business expansion, project financing, and consumer demand.

That balance is important. The credit data should not be presented as simply positive or negative. It shows that credit is still moving, while financing costs remain a variable to monitor.

Reserves and External Flows Provide Support

International reserves remain central to the Dominican Republic’s external position. The economic assessment cites March 2026 data showing the Dominican peso had accumulated an appreciation of close to 4%, while reserves remained elevated in a context of relative stability.

For an open economy, reserves act as a buffer against external shocks. They support exchange-rate confidence, reduce vulnerability, and help investors assess whether a country has tools to manage volatility.

Markets will also monitor the flows behind that stability: tourism receipts, remittances, exports, foreign direct investment, and access to foreign currency. These flows are especially important for the Dominican Republic, whose external position is closely connected to services, trade, investment, and the United States.

Market Size Strengthens Regional Position

Economic scale is another part of the investment case. Trading Economics places Dominican Republic GDP at US$124.280 billion in 2024, compared with US$120.460 billion previously. The platform also records GDP per capita at US$9,168.29 for 2024.

That scale helps position the Dominican Republic as more than a tourism destination. For companies assessing regional expansion, the country offers a market linked to consumption, logistics, services, free zones, energy, real estate and trade.

Under President Abinader, that economic size gives the country a stronger regional profile for investors seeking exposure to the Caribbean and Central America.

Trade Exposure is Both a Strength and a Risk

Foreign trade also shapes the investor reading. World Bank-based data cited by Trading Economics shows Dominican exports of goods and services at US$28.296 billion in 2024, equivalent to 22.77% of GDP.

Imports reached US$32.690 billion in 2024, with the United States as the main origin, at US$12.890 billion.

These figures underline the country’s integration with global markets and its exposure to external supply chains. For investors, that creates opportunity, but also risk. A strong trade link with the United States supports commercial depth, while global price movements, logistics disruptions, and imported inflation remain variables to watch.

Institutional Confidence Under Abinader

The investment climate also depends on governance. The International Trade Administration says the government led by President Luis Abinader has made efforts to address corruption and transparency, including promoting the independence of the Public Ministry, appointing technically competent officials and enacting a civil asset forfeiture law.

Those institutional signals matter for foreign capital. Investors seek returns, but they also seek predictable rules, administrative capacity, and legal certainty.

The same U.S. government trade guide also notes investor concerns related to transparency, implementation of laws, bureaucratic procedures, government payments, customs processes, land tenure, and slow administrative or judicial procedures.

That balance makes the story more credible. The Dominican Republic can be presented as an economy with positive indicators under President Abinader, but not as a market without risks.

Investors Will Watch Consistency

The Dominican Republic continues to show signals that support investor interest: growth, active credit, regional scale, trade integration, and external buffers. Under President Luis Abinader, these indicators help frame the country as a relevant Caribbean economy with measurable strengths.

The next test is consistency. Inflation, lending rates, foreign exchange flows, credit growth, reserves, trade exposure, and institutional reforms will determine whether the country can sustain confidence beyond headline figures.

For Abinader, the challenge is to keep the economic narrative backed by data. For investors, the message is equally clear: the Dominican Republic remains attractive, but its long-term appeal will depend on how steadily its indicators evolve.

About Central Bank of the Dominican Republic

The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic is the country’s autonomous monetary authority, responsible for promoting price stability, maintaining monetary and financial system integrity, and regulating credit and foreign exchange. Established in 1947 and headquartered in Santo Domingo, the institution formulates national monetary policy, manages international reserves, and produces official economic intelligence and statistical data for the nation. For more information, visit www.bancentral.gov.do.

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MELBOURNE, FL, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Our members are the only reason we exist. Their support is what’s driven our success over the past 75 years,” says Shane Hoyle, president and CEO of Space Coast Credit Union (SCCU). “We started from very humble roots, and that support has allowed us to grow into the fourth-largest credit union in the state. We work hard every day to bring value to our members’ lives and to continue earning their trust.”

Founded in 1951 to serve personnel at Patrick Air Force Base, SCCU now serves more than 700,000 members from 69 branch locations in Central Florida and along its east coast. The credit union offers members the same products and services they would find at any traditional bank, from checking and savings accounts to home and auto loans. Unlike a bank, however, SCCU is a not-for-profit financial cooperative.

“We’re owned by our members, not shareholders,” says Hoyle. “This means we have different incentives than a bank. Every decision we make is guided by the principle of providing a better experience for our members. Our profits are returned to members in the form of better rates, improved member services, and ongoing support for the communities our members live in. Being a credit union means we’re focused on people over profits.”

Headquartered in Melbourne, SCCU serves communities in 36 Florida counties. Its reach continues to grow, with two new locations in Orlando opening within the last year. The credit union is also steadily expanding its presence in South Florida and deepening connections within the region’s many Hispanic communities.

“Supporting these communities means meeting their needs,” Hoyle says. “Around 80% of our South Florida staff speak Spanish, and we provide bilingual phone support and financial documents to members who need them. We’re also looking toward the future by supporting bilingual financial education initiatives.”

That inclusivity reflects SCCU’s broader mission. Credit unions are for everyone, Hoyle notes, and every community can benefit from a relationship-driven approach.

“We want our members to see us as a long-term financial partner,” he says. “We want them to understand that we are here to serve them, and that every decision we make has their best interests in mind. Their success is our success.”

Connecting Through Community

That focus on relationships starts at the local level. One reason for SCCU’s 75 years of success is the credit union’s locally focused approach. While its overall footprint has grown considerably since 1951, every branch has deep roots in its local community. 

“Our members value personal connection,” Hoyle says. “They may do their day-to-day banking online or through our mobile app, but they also want the option to come into their local branch and talk to a real person if they need to. When they call us, they want to know they can always talk to a human being. Meeting our members’ needs means making it easy for them to connect with us.”

As banking habits evolve, SCCU has worked to balance in-person service and digital convenience.

“We know how important it is for members to be able to connect with us on their own terms,” says Hoyle. “We’re always looking for new ways to meet their needs and to improve their experience by combining our traditional values with forward-
thinking innovations.”

That same focus carries into how SCCU designs its products and services with priorities that go beyond the bottom line. Its Hero Loan program, for example, offers discounted financing rates on loans to active-duty service members, first responders, medical professionals, teachers, and other “frontline hometown heroes,” SCCU’s loan approvals are made at the local level by experienced lenders who consider more than just a credit score.

“When a member comes in to talk about a home or vehicle loan, they want to know the decision is being made by people in their community,” Hoyle says. “They come to us because they care about things like trust and integrity, and they value personalized service. Getting those things right drives every decision we make. The relationship is what matters most to us, not the transaction.”

Investing in Local Business

SCCU’s relationship-driven approach extends to small and local businesses. These businesses often struggle to get loans from large banks, making it difficult for them to access the financial resources they need to grow. 

“Small businesses are the backbone of our communities,” says Hoyle. “That makes them a natural fit for how we do business, and we try to support them however we can.”

In addition to standard business banking products like checking accounts and flexible loans, SCCU also provides payroll, payment processing, and other merchant services through vendor partnerships. One of the most valuable services SCCU provides, however, is access to expertise.

“We have a team of highly skilled business advisors, and we make them available to our business customers free of charge,” Hoyle explains. “Our advisors understand the local market and the needs of a growing business. They are ready to help these businesses become more successful, regardless of their current size.”

Guided By Purpose

Service has always been central to SCCU’s mission, guiding how it uses its resources and reach to support local charities and community projects. In celebration of its 75th anniversary, the credit union is expanding this support through its 75 Acts of Purpose initiative.

“The idea behind 75 Acts of Purpose is to empower our local branches to lead an act of service in their own community,” Hoyle says. “This can be anything from participating in local beach cleanups to volunteering at local food pantries. It’s a year-long program that allows us to directly participate in the community projects our members care about.”

The project is an extension of SCCU’s Partners in Purpose program, which is designed to unite the credit union’s many charitable giving, volunteer, and nonprofit partnership initiatives. The program reflects SCCU’s ongoing commitment to service, stewardship, and the communities it calls home.

“Participating in these local projects has been very rewarding for us,” Hoyle says. “We’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback from our members, and our team members love it. It’s a great reminder of what the credit union movement is all about. We’re people helping people.”

About Space Coast Credit Union

Space Coast Credit Union (SCCU) is a state-chartered credit union headquartered in Melbourne, Fla., where it has served members since 1951. With over $9 billion in assets, SCCU serves more than 707,000 members across 34 counties, operating 70 branches along Florida’s east coast. The credit union offers competitive rates on auto loans, home loans, and credit cards, as well as free checking and savings accounts. SCCU provides a robust service delivery network featuring nationwide ATMs, member service call centers, 24/7 online access, and secure mobile banking. The credit union is committed to providing comprehensive financial protection to its members through cost-effective, convenient products and services. SCCU creates value in cooperative ownership through honest people, trusted products, and time valued. For more information, visit sccu.com. 

Disclaimer

This content is provided by Space Coast Credit Union for informational purposes only. References to financial products, services, rates, benefits, or lending practices are general in nature and do not constitute financial advice, an offer to lend, or a guarantee of approval. Products, services, rates, terms, eligibility requirements, and availability are subject to change without notice. Loans are subject to credit approval and underwriting standards. Membership eligibility requirements apply. For current rates, terms, and disclosures, visit sccu.com. Space Coast Credit Union is federally insured by the NCUA. Equal Housing Lender.

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CINCINNATI, OH, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Advent Media Group has announced a formal AI visibility strategy to help brands assess and strengthen their visibility across AI-driven discovery platforms. The company's offering comes as AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini shift from novelty to a part of daily research habits, changing how people find and evaluate businesses.

How AI Is Changing Business Discovery

Traditional search returns a page of links. A user decides which one they want to click. AI platforms work differently. They synthesize available information and return a single, consolidated answer. That answer may name two or three companies. It may name none.

A company can have a well-maintained website and a strong Google ranking and still be absent from AI-generated responses. For brands targeting high-intent buyers, the absence has real business consequences.

What the AI Visibility Audit Covers

Advent’s audit evaluates how a brand is represented across AI-driven and traditional search environments. It compares that representation with competitors' and identifies gaps in authority signals, business information, and third-party validation that may influence how AI systems assess a company's credibility.  

How Advent Builds Authority Across Channels

Following the audit, Advent develops a strategy designed to improve how AI platforms understand, evaluate, and reference a brand. As AI systems increasingly influence business discovery, visibility is no longer determined solely by search rankings. It is shaped by the authority signals, credibility indicators, and third-party validation that AI platforms use when generating answers.

Advent's approach focuses on strengthening those signals across the digital ecosystem. The company evaluates how a brand is represented online, identifies gaps in authority and consistency, and implements strategies that help establish a stronger, more credible presence across the sources AI systems rely on.

Rather than pursuing visibility through volume alone, Advent helps companies build the kind of authority that AI platforms recognize and trust. The objective is not simply to appear in AI-generated responses, but to be recognized as a credible answer when potential customers, partners, and decision-makers turn to AI platforms for recommendations and research.

Where This Fits Alongside Traditional SEO

Advent is not positioning AI visibility as a replacement for traditional search optimization. Website quality, technical SEO, backlinks, and fresh content remain part of the strategy. The difference is that brands now need to account for how they are represented beyond their own websites and how external sources contribute to their broader reputation.

“Businesses have spent years competing for placement in search results, but AI platforms are changing how people discover and evaluate companies,” the company stated. “Our AI visibility strategy helps brands understand whether they are part of those answers, how they are being represented, and where they need to strengthen their authority.” 

The announcement reflects a market shift that many businesses have yet to address. Most companies still measure visibility through website traffic and Google rankings. Advent’s new services are designed for brands that want to understand what AI platforms say about them today and what it takes to be included in those answers going forward.

About Advent Media Group

Advent Media Group helps companies establish authority through business profiles, branded storytelling, and connections to recognized publications. The company's AI visibility strategy extends that authority-building model to AI-driven discovery, helping brands enhance their current digital presence, strengthen third-party credibility signals, and monitor their representation across emerging search environments. For more information, visit adventmediagroup.com.

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SAN DIEGO, CA, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Uplers has announced an increased focus on helping growing startups hire AI engineers and other AI developers from India as demand for specialized technical skills continues to rise.

The AI hiring partner combines automated candidate screening with human evaluation to match companies with engineers and AI specialists. According to Uplers, matched candidate profiles can be delivered within 48 hours, giving startups an alternative to managing the initial sourcing and screening process internally. Its model reflects the growing use of AI hiring platforms to support candidate sourcing, assessment, and matching.

The initiative is intended for companies building AI capabilities across areas such as product development, customer service, workflow automation, and internal operations. Uplers said its current talent network includes professionals with experience in machine learning, large language models, retrieval-augmented generation, Python development, API integration, and cloud infrastructure.

Responding to Changing Hiring Needs

Startups often need AI expertise before they have established specialist recruitment teams. Hiring requirements can also change considerably between a company’s first technical appointments and later funding stages, particularly as experimental AI features move toward production.

Uplers is positioning its hiring model as a way for these companies to access pre-screened candidates without relying solely on resume keywords or large volumes of applications. Its evaluation process considers candidates’ stated qualifications, technical experience, communication skills, and suitability for the requirements of a particular role.

The company says it identifies the top 1% of candidates within its talent network of more than 3.5 million professionals. Startups remain responsible for conducting their own interviews and making final hiring decisions. 

Supporting AI Product Development

Uplers’ expanded focus covers roles involved in developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining AI systems. These may include AI engineers, machine-learning engineers, data specialists, and developers working with large language models and related infrastructure. The service is intended to help startups hire top engineers whose experience corresponds with their technical and product requirements.

Access to matched profiles within 48 hours is intended to shorten the initial candidate-search stage. This may be particularly relevant for smaller companies in which founders and engineering leaders are responsible for recruitment alongside product development and other operational work.

The service combines AI-led screening with reviews conducted by recruitment specialists. Uplers said this approach is designed to assess both technical requirements and factors such as communication, adaptability, and experience working within changing product environments.

Connecting Startups with Talent in India

The initiative draws on India’s large technology workforce and Uplers’ existing talent network. In addition to AI developers and engineers, the company helps startups recruit go-to-market professionals and employees for customer-facing roles.

Uplers manages candidate sourcing, preliminary screening, matching, and coordination, while participating companies conduct their own interviews and technical assessments. The company said this structure is intended to help startups access candidates internationally while retaining control over their selection standards and final decisions.

As more startups incorporate AI into their products and operations, Uplers expects demand to extend beyond general software-development experience to skills involving model evaluation, data pipelines, system integration, cloud deployment, and the management of AI applications in production environments.

About Uplers

Uplers is an AI hiring platform that helps startups hire engineers, AI specialists, go-to-market professionals, and customer-facing talent from India. Combining AI-led candidate screening with human expertise, Uplers says it identifies top talent from a network of more than 3.5 million professionals and can deliver matched candidate profiles within 48 hours. For more information, visit www.uplers.com.

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SAN DIEGO, CA, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Uplers, an AI hiring partner serving startups and other growing companies, has outlined its approach to supporting businesses as they expand from their earliest hires through later stages of growth.

The company connects employers with engineers, AI specialists, go-to-market professionals, and customer-facing talent from India. Uplers says its hiring model combines AI-led candidate screening with human review to identify suitable professionals from a talent network of more than 3.5 million people.

According to Uplers, matched candidate profiles can be delivered within 48 hours, depending on the role and its requirements. The service is intended primarily for startups that need to add specialist talent without establishing a large internal recruitment operation.

Supporting Growing Startup Teams

Hiring requirements can change considerably as a startup develops. An early-stage company may initially need an engineer capable of working across several areas of a product, while a more established startup may require specialists in AI development, backend architecture, customer success, or go-to-market operations.

Uplers positions its service as a hiring layer that can support companies across these stages. Its team handles candidate sourcing and initial evaluation before presenting selected profiles to the employer. Startups remain responsible for conducting interviews and making final hiring decisions.

The company says this structure can be particularly relevant to founder-led businesses and lean teams in which recruitment is managed by founders, engineering leaders, or other employees alongside their primary responsibilities.

Engineering and AI Hiring

Demand for technical professionals has expanded as startups develop products involving generative AI, automation, data analysis, and conversational interfaces. However, evaluating candidates for these roles may require more than confirming familiarity with particular programming languages or AI tools.

For example, a startup seeking to hire AI engineers may also need to assess candidates’ understanding of data quality, model evaluation, API integration, backend systems, deployment, and testing. The requirements can vary depending on whether the company is developing an AI-centered product or adding AI capabilities to an existing platform.

Uplers says its screening process considers technical requirements alongside factors such as communication, problem-solving, ownership, and experience working in startup environments. AI-led assessments are used to process and compare candidate information, while human reviewers evaluate areas that may require additional context or judgment.

The company presents this combined approach as a way to help hiring teams create a focused shortlist before conducting their own technical and cultural assessments.

Access to an India-Based Talent Network

Uplers’ service centers on professionals based in India and is available to startups hiring internationally. The company works across engineering, AI, go-to-market, and customer-facing functions, with the required experience and working arrangements determined by each employer.

Rather than providing employers with an unrestricted candidate database, Uplers delivers a selected group of profiles based on the stated role, technical requirements, availability, and working-hour expectations.

The model may be used by companies seeking to hire top engineers for particular projects or longer-term roles. Examples could include a software-as-a-service startup adding backend engineers to support AI features, a product company recruiting specialists to test automation workflows, or an early-stage business looking for engineers accustomed to working with limited management layers.

Hiring Without a Large Recruitment Function

Uplers’ startup focus reflects the different recruitment resources available to smaller and larger organizations. Established companies may maintain dedicated talent-acquisition departments, whereas startups often distribute hiring responsibilities among founders and functional leaders.

The company says its service is designed to undertake some of the initial sourcing and screening work while allowing the startup to retain control over interviews, assessments, and final selections. It does not replace an employer’s internal evaluation or guarantee that a candidate will be hired or succeed in a role.

Uplers describes this approach as one option for startups that want to broaden their access to talent without immediately expanding their internal recruiting teams.

About Uplers

Uplers is an AI hiring platform that helps startups hire engineers, AI specialists, go-to-market professionals, and customer-facing talent from India. Combining AI-led candidate screening with human expertise, Uplers says it identifies top talent from a network of more than 3.5 million professionals and can deliver matched candidate profiles within 48 hours. For more information, visit www.uplers.com.

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WARSAW, Poland, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- RTB House, a provider of performance advertising platforms for e-commerce brands, today released an overview detailing how its Deep Learning technology is utilized in digital advertising. This article outlines how algorithmic ad-buying methods process first-party user signals to support multi-touch acquisition strategies and non-obvious conversion identification.

Overview of Next-Generation Retargeting

In digital advertising, next-gen retargeting functions as an algorithmic ad-buying method that leverages deep learning models to assess consumer purchase intent without relying on third-party cookies. RTB House utilizes this technology to analyze first-party data signals across web and app ecosystems in real time. The system differs from standard retargeting rules by identifying purchasing patterns that allow for the recommendation of products users have not previously viewed on a client's storefront.

Key Facts: RTB House Performance Engine

• Core Technology: Deep Learning algorithms
• Data Privacy: 0% selling or sharing of proprietary customer data
• Supported Channels: Web and In-App environments
• Primary Objective: Generating additive revenue through non-obvious product recommendations

Corporate Positioning and Digital Ecosystem

RTB House operates as a performance advertising platform providing a suite of digital marketing solutions tailored for web and app environments. The company's digital ecosystem comprises several specific service offerings designed to manage return on ad spend (ROAS):

• Retargeting: Designed to maximize conversion rates by reaching potential buyers with personalized, shoppable creative assets.
• Acquisition: Utilizes multi-touch dynamic product advertisements to generate initial sales from new customers.
• Quality Traffic: Configures campaigns with the goal of increasing tag-validated site visits.
• Demand Generation: Deploys video and display advertisements with product overlays to reach prospective customers.

Campaign Performance Data

Deep learning algorithms are deployed to process datasets and identify purchasing patterns. According to the company's verified campaign data, RTB House reported a 57% increase in scale at a set Return on Ad Spend (ROAS). Additionally, data indicated that 61% of products purchased through these specific campaigns were items that the consumer had not previously viewed on the respective website.

• Added Scale at Set ROAS: Achieved a 57% increase, improving budget-allocation efficiency.
• Unviewed Product Conversions: Accounted for 61% of purchases, revealing non-obvious customer interests.
• Proprietary Data Sharing: 0% shared or sold, maintaining the security of first-party data signals.

To implement these campaigns, advertisers follow a standardized operational process:

1. Activation of first-party data signals from primary customer touchpoints.
2. Integration of product feeds and creative assets for automated platform deployment.
3. Definition of core performance targets to configure real-time algorithmic bidding strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions About the System  

How are campaign budgets allocated on the platform?

Bidding strategies are customized based on specific ROI targets configured by the client, rather than relying on flat minimum fees, allowing for scalable budget management.

Is first-party data secure during the process?

Yes, the company maintains a corporate policy of 0% selling or sharing of proprietary customer data to ensure data privacy and compliance.

What distinguishes this system from traditional retargeting?

Traditional retargeting often relies on rule-based logic prioritizing previously viewed items. In contrast, this methodology utilizes deep learning models to identify non-obvious intent and recommend previously unviewed products.

About RTB House

RTB House is a next-generation performance demand-side platform (DSP) that uses proprietary Deep Learning AI algorithms to help brands grow. The company is the market leader in driving performance using Deep Learning across the entire purchase funnel. Founded in 2012 and now operating in 90+ markets, RTB House has always been private-by-design. It embraces first-party advertising and a relentless approach to innovation. RTB House offers end-to-end Deep Learning-powered AdTech products and solutions to maximize conversion, drive new customer acquisition, create engagement, and fuel long-term demand for a global base of clients. In 2026, RTB House launched rtb.com, a self-service platform specifically designed to allow small and medium-sized businesses and agencies to deploy auto-built creatives and maximize performance on any budget. For more information, visit rtbhouse.com.

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LOS ANGELES, CA, August 12, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- As hair longevity gains momentum across beauty and wellness, FOLIKL™ is championing this emerging philosophy for men through a brand built specifically around how men’s hair and vitality age.

While much of the men’s hair category has traditionally focused on responding to hair loss after it becomes visible, FOLIKL champions a more proactive philosophy: supporting healthier hair growth, density and pigment by helping maintain healthier follicles before visible changes occur.⁺

FOLIKL was built around three simple beliefs:

• Healthy hair begins with a healthy follicle.
• Hair Longevity begins long before changes become visible.
• Men should not have to view support for their hair and their vitality as competing priorities.

Hair doesn’t age for one reason. That’s why FOLIKL doesn’t rely on one solution.

Built around its Five Systems of Hair Longevity™, FOLIKL is designed to support healthier hair growth and density, help defend natural pigment pathways, and promote male vitality by supporting five interconnected biological systems associated with healthy follicle function.⁺

“Most hair marketing asks men to react to what they can see,” said Joe Rhodes, founder and CEO of FOLIKL. “Healthy hair growth doesn’t begin with the strand; it begins with the follicle. We built FOLIKL around what is happening internally for men who want to be intentional about how they age. We believe healthier hair, healthy aging, and male vitality are deeply connected, and that supporting one should never come at the expense of another.”

Rhodes is an experienced investor in the consumer health industry, including an early investor in Culturelle®, now one of North America’s leading probiotic brands. That experience helped shape FOLIKL’s commitment to combining clinically studied nutrition with a long-term, science-informed approach to men’s wellness.

From Hair Loss to Hair Longevity

FOLIKL uses "hair longevity" to describe a proactive philosophy for supporting healthier hair growth, density, and long-term follicle health before visible changes occur.⁺ Rather than waiting until hair loss becomes noticeable, hair longevity focuses on helping maintain the biological systems that influence how hair grows, ages, and performs over time.

The Five Systems of Hair Longevity

FOLIKL organizes its formulation and educational philosophy around five interconnected areas of internal biology:

• Cellular energy
• Hormonal balance
• Growth cycle signaling
• Microcirculation
• Oxidative stress defense

Together, these five systems help support the internal environment needed for healthy follicle function, normal hair growth cycles, nutrient delivery, and protection from oxidative stress.⁺

The formula combines targeted botanicals, vitamins, and minerals selected to support healthy hair growth and density, hair strength, normal DHT metabolism, antioxidant defenses, and natural pigment pathways.⁺ It also includes ingredients selected to support sleep quality, a healthy response to everyday stress, healthy testosterone levels, and overall male vitality.⁺

Key ingredients include Shoden® ashwagandha, Actrisave®, AnaGain™ NU, Himalayan shilajit, pumpkin seed extract, saw palmetto, amla, zinc, copper, and vitamin D3.

FOLIKL’s development was informed by experts across medicine, nutrition, longevity, and men’s grooming, reflecting the company’s belief that healthier hair requires a multidisciplinary approach. These experts include Dr. John Layke, double board-certified surgeon and co-founder of Proactive Longevity, and Vaughn Acord, one of America’s leading men’s hairstylists with more than four decades of experience helping men navigate changes in hair, confidence, and appearance throughout the aging process.

Designed for the Long Game

Reflecting the same long-term philosophy behind its formulation, every first order of FOLIKL arrives in a premium reusable aluminum bottle designed to become part of a man’s daily routine, not another disposable package. Home-compostable refill pouches made with plant-based materials are expected to launch later this year, further reinforcing the brand’s commitment to thoughtful, long-term design.

FOLIKL is available at FOLIKL.com for $84 as a one-time purchase or $74 per recurring monthly subscription order.

About FOLIKL

FOLIKL™ is a premium men’s wellness brand dedicated to hair longevity for men. Built around a follicle-first philosophy, the company’s mission is to help men look, feel and age their best, naturally. For more information, visit FOLIKL.com.

Where Hair Longevity Meets Male Vitality.™

Disclaimer

⁺ These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FOLIKL is a dietary supplement intended for adults. Individual results may vary. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you have a medical condition, take prescription or over-the-counter medications, anticipate surgery, or have questions about whether this product is appropriate for you. Do not exceed the recommended serving. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if you experience an adverse reaction.

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Co-founder, FOLIKL
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NEW YORK, NY, August 11, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Demand for private inference is surging as a way to control token costs and keep data private:

• Top research at NYU, Stanford, Dartmouth, and UH Mānoa are using B3IQ to power their AI work, including for cancer research and training specialized AI models.
• A 2026 Broadcom survey of 1,800 IT leaders found 56% of enterprises now run or plan to run production inference on private cloud infrastructure, while public-cloud use for the same workloads fell from 56% to 41% in a single year.
• Currently operating from a 27,000-square-foot Oregon facility, B3IQ plans to scale its inventory of U.S.-assembled NVIDIA GPU systems quickly to meet the growing demand.

Privacy is a growing problem in AI. Every prompt sent to a centralized AI provider is a deposit into someone else's vault: research data, business logic and ideas flow into systems the sender doesn't control, on terms they didn't set. The obvious fix, running AI on owned hardware, has been out of reach for nearly everyone. Why? High-end GPU systems cost tens of thousands of dollars, supply is constrained, and operating these systems require space and expertise.

Today, B3 Labs launched B3IQ to close that gap: a first-of-its-kind AI infrastructure provider designed to give universities, enterprises, and advanced users greater control over the hardware, models, and data underlying their AI workloads.

Until now, organizations seeking AI compute have chosen between two imperfect options. Renting from cloud providers means variable pricing, no ownership, and rationed access during GPU shortages. Buying outright means absorbing the full upfront cost along with the power, cooling and maintenance burden. B3IQ offers an alternative model, combining elements of both: ownership economics with hosted operations. 

B3IQ allows participants to purchase dedicated NVIDIA GPU systems, manufactured in the U.S. by B3 Lab’s portfolio company, Andromeda, and hosted in Oregon, through an incremental payment plan rather than full upfront costs. Through the B3IQ dashboard, owners can monetize unused capacity by matching it with compute demand, with revenue applied toward their hardware balance or kept as income. Upon full payment, owners retain the option to continue B3IQ hosting or take physical delivery of their hardware.

B3IQ's early users include faculty members, AI researchers and student-led teams at New York University, Dartmouth College, the UH Manoa, and Stanford University for whom GPU scarcity pose particular budgeting problems:

"B3IQ's owner-controlled model is a promising path between renting and buying — and that is why we decided to partner with B3IQ. Grants are fixed and awarded upfront; cloud costs are variable and can quietly consume a line item mid-project. Turning compute into a known, budgetable cost makes it easier to plan — and to answer to a PI or a grants office," said Pavel Bushuyeu, AI researcher at the University of Hawaiʻi. "Owning capacity also insulates us from scarcity. When GPU availability is tight, centralized providers ration access, and academic users tend to be deprioritized behind paying enterprise customers. With our own node, we're not competing for a slot when we need to run something. And when the system isn't in use for our work, the option to apply a share of revenue from its unused capacity toward the cost of the system helps offset the investment."

A significant market exists for researchers and organizations that cannot send sensitive data to third-party model providers like Anthropic or OpenAI. For instance, B3IQ pilot users such as Pavel Bushuyeu from the University of Hawaiʻi utilize the platform to run proprietary models for cancer research and robotics training, handling sensitive data that simply cannot be shared externally. AI providers also restrict keywords and topics outright, which can make entire research areas impossible: master's students in Professor Yorke E. Rhodes III's Ethical Tech CoLab at the NYU Center for Global Affairs build frameworks and simulations from war-zone evacuation data and model nation-level diplomatic negotiations, work that trips commercial content filters and has to run on infrastructure the team owns.

The company points to the rapid improvement of open-weight AI models as the reason the timing works: organizations can now run advanced workloads without relying exclusively on centralized model providers, provided they have private infrastructure to run them on. 

"Organizations want more control over where their AI runs, how their data is handled, and what they pay for compute," said Sean Geng, CTO of B3 Labs. "B3IQ brings those decisions into one system: dedicated hardware for private workloads and an opt-in network that puts unused GPU capacity to productive use."

Information on acquiring a GPU, contributing capacity or accessing compute through the network is available at b3iq.org.

About B3 Labs

B3 Labs builds software and hardware for enterprise AI. Founded in 2024 by a team of Coinbase alumni, the company has raised over $21 million from investors including Pantera Capital and Coinbase Ventures. B3 Labs operates two product lines: B3OS, an AI execution engine powering deterministic execution by agents within enterprise systems, and B3IQ, US-based GPU infrastructure that customers own outright. Learn more at b3os.org and b3iq.org.

KCMO, MO, August 11, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Pushly, the audience engagement platform that helps publishers, brands, and retailers build direct, personalized relationships with their audiences, is pleased to announce its recognition on the 2026 Inc. 5000 annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This marks the fourth consecutive year Pushly has earned a place on the prestigious list.

The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most independent, entrepreneurial businesses. While thousands of companies appear on the Inc. 5000 in any given year, only a small fraction of honorees return four years in a row. Pushly first joined the list in 2023 and has been recognized every year since, reflecting its durable, compounding growth.

"Making the Inc. 5000 once is an honor. Making it four years in a row belongs to our clients, our partners, and the team at Pushly whose work makes this kind of sustained growth possible. I am deeply grateful to every one of them," said Brendan Ripp, CEO of Pushly.

Pushly's continued momentum has been driven by its full suite of owned-audience push channels spanning web, mobile, and in-app, along with deepening relationships with some of the most recognizable names in media, entertainment, and commerce.

That momentum is especially visible in commerce. The recently launched Pushly Commerce Suite builds on the platform's established work with retailers, giving them a dedicated set of tools to turn anonymous site traffic into an owned, revenue-driving audience.

"This milestone is really about what comes next,” Ripp added. “Our mission has always been the same: deliver the right notification to the right person at the right time. Our recent investment in the Pushly Commerce Suite will fuel the next chapter of growth, bringing that promise to more brands and retailers, and making every message they send feel personal, welcome, and worth opening.”

Inc. 5000 Methodology

Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022; be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent as of December 31, 2025. For the full list, company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, visit inc.com/inc5000.

About Pushly

Pushly is an AI-powered audience engagement platform that helps publishers and e-retailers drive incremental traffic, increase conversions, and grow first-party relationships through intelligent web and in-app push notifications. Leading media brands rely on Pushly to turn attention into action and revenue. For more information, visit pushly.com.

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DELRAY BEACH, FL, August 11, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- SendtoWin, the B2B outbound sales company founded by former Google and Databricks executives, ranked No. 254 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, placing it among the top 6% of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

Since its founding, SendtoWin has helped more than 500 companies across 60+ industries generate over $2.6 billion in pipeline and $380 million in revenue through end-to-end email and LinkedIn sales prospecting, which includes outbound strategy, infrastructure management, deliverability and warm-up, ICP targeting, copywriting and sequencing. Its customers include globally recognized brands such as Conair, JLL, SoulCycle, ElevenLabs, Luma, alongside high-growth startups, leading venture capital firms and their portfolio companies.

Martin Aguinis, co-founder of SendtoWin, said, “The playbooks that worked a few years ago simply don’t work today. We’ve grown by constantly adapting to how buyers engage, inboxes filter, and platforms evolve, and by leveraging AI while staying focused on what matters most: generating real pipeline and revenue for our clients. The Inc. 5000 is a validation of that approach.”

A key driver of SendtoWin's growth has been its early investment in email deliverability. Rather than treating inbox placement as an operational afterthought, the company built its outbound programs around the infrastructure, monitoring and sending practices required to reach prospects reliably at scale.

"Cold email isn't dying, it's getting harder, and the teams that win are the ones who treat email deliverability as seriously as messaging. That is why we're turning that experience into technology that gives sales teams the proven infrastructure to do the same," said Samuel Shandler, co-founder of SendtoWin. 

Alongside its full-service outbound offering, the company has begun private beta testing a new deliverability and sequencing platform designed to give sales teams greater control over their outbound infrastructure. The platform will enable companies to build and warm sending infrastructure, monitor inbox health, manage deliverability and run outbound sequences from one place.

SendtoWin's inclusion on the 2026 Inc. 5000 reflects the company's growth to date while marking the beginning of its next chapter: combining its full-service outbound offering with proprietary technology built around the infrastructure that powers modern B2B sales.

About SendtoWin

SendtoWin is a B2B outbound platform that helps businesses build pipeline through email and LinkedIn campaigns. Founded by leaders with backgrounds at Google and Databricks, SendtoWin combines outbound strategy, targeting, copywriting, sequencing and deliverability infrastructure to run end-to-end sales programs for companies across more than 60 industries. They offer both a fully managed done-for-you service and a self-serve platform. SendtoWin has generated more than $2.6 billion in pipeline for its clients. To learn more, visit sendtowin.com.

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HOUSTON, TX, August 10, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- The Wyatt Foundation and Conceive Fertility Foundation, two national nonprofit organizations dedicated to furthering access, education, and research in fertility care, jointly announced the 2026 recipients of their national IVF Grant Program.

Five recipients will receive a $15,000 grant to offset IVF treatment costs. The national campaign and partnership launched in April 2026 during National Infertility Awareness Week and drew nearly 500 applicants from across the country, each with moving stories of their journeys.

Recipients of the grant program include aspiring parents who carry powerful stories of perseverance through the heartbreak of infertility and face financial barriers to care. Their journeys reflect a wide range of challenges and personal choices requiring reproductive medicine for their family building, including pursuing single motherhood by choice, male-factor infertility, and female-factor infertility.

Now in its third year, the IVF Grant Program has awarded $300,000 to help aspiring parents access fertility care while raising awareness of infertility and the critical need to improve financial access to treatment. The program has already celebrated numerous pregnancies and welcomed new babies, reflecting its growing impact on families across the country.

The Wyatt Foundation is the nonprofit arm of Inception Fertility, the largest provider of fertility services in North America and the parent company to The Prelude Network. The organization is dedicated to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of parenthood through assisted reproductive technology (ART). The Foundation was created by TJ Farnsworth, CEO of Inception Fertility, and his wife, Margaret Farnsworth, who conceived their first child, Wyatt, through IVF.

The Conceive Fertility Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Caden Lane, is a 501(c)(3) organization focused on supporting individuals impacted by infertility through education and financial assistance. Caden Lane CEO Katy Mimari launched the foundation following her own fertility journey and a desire to help others facing similar challenges. A portion of Caden Lane’s proceeds supports the foundation’s grant programs, with donations facilitated through ShoppingGives, a registered 501(c)(3) platform that ensures 100% of funds are directed to the Conceive Fertility Foundation.

Both Farnsworth and Mimari have experienced infertility firsthand, giving them a deeply personal understanding of the challenges many patients face.

“I understand how emotionally overwhelming infertility can be, and how the cost of treatment can amplify the stress and uncertainty of the journey,” said Margaret Farnsworth, Executive Director of The Wyatt Foundation. “We're committed to helping make fertility care more accessible, because financial barriers should never stand in the way of someone pursuing parenthood.”

“Having experienced the fertility journey firsthand, I know the hope, uncertainty, and emotional challenges that come with it,” said Katy Mimari, CEO of Caden Lane and Conceive Fertility Foundation. “My experience inspired me to help remove one of the biggest obstacles many aspiring parents face — the financial barriers that too often stand between them and the family they long for.”

About The Wyatt Foundation

The Wyatt Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of building a family through assisted reproductive technology (ART) by reducing the financial barriers to IVF through scholarships awarded based on financial need and clinical factors determining potential success. The foundation has two main goals: to provide financial assistance to individuals and couples who cannot afford fertility treatments and to fund research in the field of infertility.

The organization was started by TJ Farnsworth, the founder and CEO of Inception Fertility, and his wife Margaret, Executive Director of The Wyatt Foundation, who successfully conceived their first child through IVF. Upon the birth of their son Wyatt, TJ reflected back on his family's experience as patients. He realized that many aspiring parents were carrying the same emotional burden that he and his wife had — and that few fertility clinics took a holistic approach to consider the physical, psychological, financial, and mental aspects of infertility. To learn more, please visit www.inceptionfertility.com/wyatt-foundation.

About Conceive Fertility Foundation

Founded by Katy Mimari, CEO of Caden Lane, the Conceive Fertility Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals affected by infertility through education and grants. Despite insurance covering diagnostics, treatment costs are a significant financial burden, and Conceive Fertility is a non-profit organization that exists to help couples who are struggling to conceive. A portion of sales from Caden Lane go to support the mission of the Conceive Fertility Foundation. To learn more, please visit conceivefertilityfoundation.com.

About The Prelude Network

The Prelude Network® (Prelude), the fastest-growing network of fertility clinics and largest provider of comprehensive fertility services in North America, is the clinic network of Inception Fertility™ — a family of fertility brands that touches every part of the fertility journey, including diagnostics and treatment to financial accessibility.

Each clinic, as part of Prelude, is committed to delivering the highest level of personalized fertility care by the nation's leading reproductive endocrinologists, embryologists and practitioners by focusing on an excellence in science, medicine and the patient experience. The growing Prelude Network has more than 90 total locations nationwide, offering a wide range of fertility services including egg freezing, IVF, genetic testing, LGBTQ+ fertility options, and egg/embryo storage, among others.

Those clinics within Prelude include Aspire Fertility Austin (Texas); Aspire Fertility Dallas (Texas); Aspire Fertility San Antonio (Texas); Aspire Fertility Houston (Texas); Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago (Illinois); Center for Reproductive Medicine (Florida); Indiana Fertility Institute (Indiana); IVFMD (Florida); Main Line Fertility (Pennsylvania); NYU Langone Fertility Center (New York); NYU Langone RSNY (New York); Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine (Canada); Pacific Fertility Center (California); Regional Fertility Program (Canada); Reproductive Biology Associates (Georgia); Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey (New Jersey); Tennessee Fertility Institute (Tennessee), and The Reproductive Medicine Group (Florida).

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BOSTON, MA, August 10, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Liberty Mutual Insurance, the world’s ninth largest property and casualty insurer, today announced that it has been named in the Best Homeowners/Renters Insurance category of the 2026 Newsweek Readers’ Choice™ Awards.

This recognition underscores Liberty Mutual’s core promise of protection that puts people first. The insurer offers customizable homeowners and renters insurance coverage, backed by more than 110 years of experience. 

“Our focus has always been on building insurance products that provide meaningful protection while making the experience simpler for our customers,” said Liberty Mutual Chief Product Officer, US Personal Lines Property & Specialty, Michele Chevalier. “This recognition reflects our commitment to putting customers at the center of what we do and helping them feel confident protecting their homes and belongings.”

The Newsweek Readers’ Choice™ Awards recognize standout businesses, brands, and services across a wide range of consumer categories. Winners are determined through a public voting process in which readers select the companies and organizations they believe deliver exceptional quality, value, and customer experience.

The 2026 program highlights leading companies across numerous industries, including the Financial Services category, where Liberty Mutual was recognized for Best Homeowners/Renters Insurance.

“Each year, the Readers’ Choice™ Awards celebrate the best of the best, as chosen by the people who matter most — our readers,” said Newsweek Editor-in-Chief Jennifer H. Cunningham. “We’re proud to recognize those organizations that continue to raise the bar for quality, innovation, and customer experience.”

About Liberty Mutual Insurance

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. For more than 110 years we have helped people and businesses embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow by providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care.

A Fortune 100 company with more than 40,000 employees in 27 countries and economies, we are the ninth largest global property and casualty insurer and generate more than $50 billion in annual consolidated revenue. 

We operate through three strategic business units: US Retail Markets, providing auto, home, renters, and other personal and small commercial lines property and casualty insurance to individuals and small businesses countrywide; Global Risk Solutions, delivering a full range of comprehensive commercial and specialty insurance, reinsurance and surety solutions to mid-size and large businesses worldwide; and Liberty Mutual Investments, deploying more than $100 billion of long-term capital globally across its integrated platform to drive economic growth, power innovation, and secure Liberty Mutual's promises.

For more information, visit www.libertymutual.com. 

About Newsweek

Newsweek is the global digital news organization built around the iconic 93-year-old American magazine. Newsweek reaches 100 million people monthly with its thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia. For more information, visit www.newsweek.com.

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Liberty Mutual Insurance Public & Media Relations
mediarelations@libertymutual.com

ZUG, Switzerland, August 10, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Institut Montana, located on the Zugerberg near Zug, Switzerland, is marking its 100th anniversary in 2026. The centenary brings Max Husmann’s ideas on education and leadership into focus. When Husmann founded the school in 1926, peace was his ultimate aim. His educational approach was designed to guide young people to think clearly, creatively and confidently.

In a 1931 interview with the Swiss Observer, Husmann spoke about an education for “leaders, not commanders.” He believed that the young men who attended his school would go on to take up influential roles in politics, culture, banking, commerce and law. A carefully designed, holistic education would enable them to grow into clear-thinking, ethically guided adults. Their intelligent, compassionate perspective would help the world reach consensus. That way, Husmann believed, lay not only peace but prosperity.

Husmann’s engagement with peace extended beyond his work at the school. In the spring of 1945, Husmann played a critical role in the secret negotiations known as “Operation Sunrise." He could have stayed in the safety of his school’s campus on the Zugerberg, but he risked his life to stop the fighting.

Husmann developed an educational approach for his school that moved away from traditional methods of learning by rote and punitive discipline. He replaced them with intellectual curiosity and the capacity for self-responsibility. He believed that learning should be a joy and school years should be happy. Teaching should take account of individual differences. Warm, friendly relationships between teachers and their students were important to him. Young people should learn to think unclouded by old prejudices and remain strong against the persuasiveness of propaganda.

International life was also part of Husmann’s concept. Institut Montana was established in the early days of international schooling. Young people from different countries would learn together and share their lives in a boarding school environment. This created the multi-cultural learning experience towards which Husmann aspired.

An editorial published in The European to mark the 100th anniversary examines Husmann’s educational philosophy and its relevance today. The world is different now. The next step for graduates of international schools might be anywhere their ambitions take them. At the same time, global solutions are needed to address global problems.

Institut Montana retained its national sections and adopted the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 1987. At the same time, the school retained its Swiss Gymnasium teaching towards the Swiss Matura. Today, the school also includes a bilingual German-English primary school and secondary school. Core elements of the Montana approach remain, including small classes, differentiated teaching that responds to the specific learning needs of every student, a focus on critical thinking and self-responsibility.

In the international school community, students from different cultural backgrounds learn together. They build, to paraphrase Husmann, friendships without borders. They grow into citizens of the world with the capacity to think in terms of global solutions to global problems.

One hundred years after Institut Montana was founded, Husmann’s approach can be traced back to 1926: he set up a school with methods for guiding its students towards compassion and collaboration in the pursuit of peace. He understood that education matters.

About CP Media Global Limited

The European is a quarterly business publication by CP Media Global Ltd, based in London and established in 2008. Available in both print and digital formats, the magazine is distributed globally at major events, trade fairs, and airports, reaching a wide network of decision-makers across Europe, MENA, Latin America, North America, and Asia. Covering a broad spectrum of topics — including banking and finance, foreign direct investment, sustainability, ESG, energy, shipping, aviation, technology, real estate, and business travel — The European delivers in-depth reporting and analysis on key trends shaping the global business landscape. With a commitment to thought-provoking and objective journalism, the magazine offers expert insight, success stories, and strategic perspectives to help leaders navigate the evolving economic, political, and cultural environment. For more information, visit the-european.eu.

About Institut Montana Switzerland

Institut Montana was founded in 1926 by Dr. Max Husmann. He envisioned an international, multicultural school that would inspire young people to help build a peaceful world. That mission remains at the heart of the school to this day. The school welcomes children and young adults aged 6 to 19 and offers the Bilingual Primary School, Bilingual Secondary School and Swiss Gymnasium. Alternatively, students can pursue the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma through the International School. Today, more than 380 students attend Institut Montana on the Zugerberg, including 120 boarding students. With small class sizes and a student-to-teacher ratio of just 4:1, each student receives personalised support tailored to their individual needs. Around 180 dedicated staff members ensure the right balance between academics and physical, creative, and personal development. At Institut Montana Switzerland, the goal is to be much more than a school. A second home. A second family. A place to grow. For more information, visit montana-zug.ch.

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Institut Montana
aline.kaspar@montana-zug.ch
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Balanx
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, August 10, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- General Holdings Limited today announced the public launch of GH Insights, a long-form institutional essay platform examining the intersection of capital, geography, and sovereign structure, following an initial series of essays published from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The platform offers original analysis for executives, investors, policymakers, and business leaders navigating an increasingly complex global economy.

Unlike traditional corporate commentary, GH Insights focuses on structural questions that shape international markets rather than market forecasts or investment recommendations. Essays combine perspectives from finance, economics, history, geopolitics, and institutional strategy to examine how capital is being deployed in an era increasingly defined by sovereign competition, technological change, and shifting economic alliances.

The initial series, authored by General Holdings chief executive officer Paul Scribner, explores several themes that are reshaping global commerce.

"Djibouti: The World's Most Valuable Square Mile" examines how a small territory's position astride critical maritime and military infrastructure converts geography into strategic leverage.

"The Architecture of Leverage" examines how influence is increasingly exercised through the control of systems rather than the ownership of assets, arguing that leverage has become a defining feature of modern economic power.

In "The Statecraft of Capital: Why Investment Banking's Age of Neutrality Is Over," Scribner argues that investment banking is re-emerging as a profession requiring sovereign literacy as geopolitical considerations increasingly shape capital allocation, cross-border transactions, and strategic investment decisions. The essay contends that capital is no longer moving through politically neutral markets, but through environments where finance and national strategy are becoming increasingly intertwined.

The platform's most recent publication, "The New Gatekeepers: Power, Dependence, and the Economics of Access," co-authored by Scribner and Dr. Timothy S. Davis, introduces a framework for understanding gatekeeping as a distinct economic category, separate from monopoly, market power, and network effects. The essay argues that many of the world's most consequential markets are not governed solely by open competition, but by systems in which participation itself is controlled through access to capital, technology, distribution, regulation, and institutional credibility. Drawing examples from venture capital, digital platforms, government procurement, and international political economy, the authors contend that understanding who controls participation has become as important as understanding competitive dynamics themselves.

“Markets are often analysed through the lens of prices, competition, and efficiency,” said Scribner. “GH Insights asks a different set of questions. It examines the institutional structures that shape markets before competition begins, and the strategic forces that increasingly influence how capital is deployed across borders.”

“Corporate writing rarely states what would prove it wrong,” said Davis. “We tried to. If verification becomes easier, switching becomes cheaper, and dependence on the same gatekeepers holds anyway, then power is coming from somewhere other than gatekeeping, and our framework is the weaker explanation. Stating that condition is what separates an argument from an assertion.”

The publication reflects General Holdings’ experience operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caribbean Basin, regions where investment decisions frequently intersect with sovereign priorities, industrial policy, and long-term strategic development.

New essays will continue to examine topics including private capital, investment banking, political economy, economic statecraft, sovereign wealth, industrial policy, strategic infrastructure, and the evolving relationship between governments and global markets. The platform is intended to contribute original ideas to institutional discussions rather than provide investment advice.

GH Insights is available at generalholdings.com/insights.

About General Holdings Limited

General Holdings Limited is a private investment holding company registered in the Dubai International Financial Centre (Licence No. CL9442). The firm operates across the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caribbean Basin, with active interests in energy infrastructure, industrial assets, and structured strategic capital. For more information, visit generalholdings.com

Disclaimer

The information provided in this press release and on the GH Insights platform is for informational, educational, and discussion purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, or tax advice. Neither this press release nor any essays published on GH Insights constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation for any security, financial instrument, or investment strategy by General Holdings Limited or its affiliates. Views expressed reflect the personal analysis of the authors as of the date of publication and are subject to change without notice.

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BALTIMORE, MD, August 10, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Morgan State University, Maryland’s preeminent public urban research university and the state’s largest Historically Black College or University (HBCU), has been recognized in Newsweek's inaugural America’s Best Colleges for Women 2026, a national distinction honoring institutions that foster environments where women can thrive academically, professionally and as civic leaders.

The recognition reflects Morgan’s longstanding commitment to preparing women for leadership across every sector while cultivating an inclusive campus environment that supports achievement, innovation and service. From nationally recognized academic programs and research opportunities to leadership development and civic engagement, Morgan continues to expand pathways that empower women to excel and lead with purpose.

“While this recognition celebrates Morgan’s success in advancing opportunities for women, it also reflects a broader institutional philosophy that has defined our University for generations,” said David K. Wilson, president of Morgan. “We believe that excellence flourishes where inclusion is intentional and where individuals — regardless of gender or background — are empowered to realize the fullness of their potential whether enrolled as a student or a member of dedicated faculty and staff. Diversity of thought, experience and expertise is welcomed here at Morgan and valued as an institutional strength.” 

The University’s commitment has earned national recognition before. Morgan has twice been honored by the Executive Alliance for gender equity, receiving awards for advancing women into senior leadership positions and for institutional excellence in promoting gender diversity across its workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Morgan’s vibrant student organizations reinforce that commitment by providing leadership, mentorship, professional development and civic engagement opportunities. Organizations including E.V.O.L.V.E. (Elevating Voices of Leadership Virtue and Excellence), For College Girls, the Society of Women Engineers, Women in STEM, the National Council of Negro Women, the League of Women Voters, and the nation’s first collegiate chapter of Black Girls Vote are open to all students interested in advancing their missions. Together, they cultivate leadership, encourage collaboration, and expand pathways to success, with a particular focus on supporting women in academia, industry and public service.

America’s Best Colleges for Women is a ranking developed by Newsweek in partnership with Gender Fair to highlight institutions that support gender equality and empower women. The methodology is rooted in the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPS) and evaluates colleges across four key areas: leadership, pay and policies, safety, and opportunity. 

The ranking identifies colleges that have established the structural elements necessary to foster education and employment for women by drawing on data from the U.S. Department of Education — including the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and the Campus Safety and Security Database — as well as additional desk research. Only institutions meeting specific criteria for size and academic roles are included, ensuring the results reflect meaningful progress toward gender equity in higher education.

“Choosing a college is a defining moment for many young women, and it’s about more than academics alone,” said Jennifer H. Cunningham, Editor-in-Chief of Newsweek. “America’s Best Colleges for Women highlights institutions that are making measurable progress in leadership, equity, safety, and opportunity, helping students identify environments where women are supported and positioned to succeed.”

As one of the nation’s leading public HBCUs, Morgan remains dedicated to creating an educational experience where women are empowered not only to earn degrees but also to shape industries, strengthen communities and drive positive change around the world.

About Morgan State University

Morgan State University, founded in 1867, is a Carnegie-classified high research (R2) institution offering more than 150 baccalaureate, master’s degree, doctorate and certificate programs. As Maryland’s preeminent public urban research university, and the only university to have its entire campus designated as a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Morgan serves a multiethnic and multiracial student body and seeks to ensure that the doors of higher education are opened as wide as possible to as many as possible. For more information about Morgan State University, visit morgan.edu. 

About Newsweek

Newsweek is the global digital news organization built around the iconic 93-year-old American magazine. Newsweek reaches 100 million people monthly with its thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia. For more information, visit www.newsweek.com.

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, August 8, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Advent Nexus, a global management consulting firm specializing in operational execution, today announced the formal expansion of its strategic advisory operations into the Netherlands. The expansion extends the firm’s proprietary Private Equity Management Advisory model to privately held corporations, family offices, institutional investors, and middle-market growth enterprises operating across Northwestern Europe.

Verified Operational Scale and Market Growth

The European expansion follows a period of substantial operational scaling. According to internal financial reporting for the 12-month period ended July 31, 2026, Advent Nexus recorded an approximate sevenfold (600%) revenue increase compared to the prior comparable 12-month period ended July 31, 2024. Advent Nexus has established an internal strategic objective of building a business capable of achieving an enterprise value of approximately US$1 billion by 2031.

To support cross-border engagements, Advent Nexus has scaled its active network to over 6,000 senior corporate advisors, vetted subject-matter experts and operational practitioners.

The global network operates alongside the firm's core consulting teams to deliver targeted capabilities across six core disciplines:

• Leadership & Executive Talent Acquisition
• Commercial Strategy & Sales Optimization
• Cross-Border Distribution Network Development
• Financial & Operational Transformation
• Corporate Governance & Risk Architecture
• Enterprise Value Creation & EBITDA Optimization

Navigating the Structural Shift in Global Management Consulting

Advent Nexus’s geographic expansion coincides with broader structural realignments across the professional services sector. Macroeconomic shifts and changing client demands have forced traditional strategy consultancies to adjust headcount and operational delivery models.

Concurrently, the rapid integration of artificial intelligence tools across enterprise environments has democratized access to market research, financial modelling, and competitive analysis — capabilities that historically formed the foundation of legacy consulting billing structures.

The traditional management consulting paradigm was built around information asymmetry and static strategic deliverables. Generative artificial intelligence has effectively commoditized knowledge retrieval and analytical modelling, shifting competitive advantage away from pure strategic reporting toward hands-on operational execution on the ground.

Execution-First Methodology and Incentive Alignment

Advent Nexus’s Private Equity Management Advisory model bridges the gap between high-level strategic advice and hands-on operational implementation. Rather than delivering recommendations and concluding the engagement, Advent Nexus teams embed directly alongside executive leadership to execute multi-year value-creation agendas.

On select multi-year transformation initiatives, Advent Nexus aligns its compensation structure directly with client performance. Where appropriate, engagement frameworks incorporate success-based remuneration tied to pre-defined EBITDA expansion, enterprise value benchmarks, and operational milestones, alongside standard retainer models.

Private equity firms have long leveraged disciplined governance and active operational intervention to drive enterprise value. The Advent Nexus model makes these same institutional-grade execution disciplines available to independent business owners and founders, enabling them to pursue private-equity-scale growth while retaining controlling equity.

Services in the Netherlands are effective immediately through Advent Nexus’s existing European operating architecture, with localized leadership appointments scheduled for rollout over the next two fiscal quarters.

About Advent Nexus

Advent Nexus is an international management consulting firm providing strategic advisory and hands-on operational execution support. With its Private Equity Management Advisory model, the firm partners with middle-market companies, family enterprises, and investors to drive measurable EBITDA growth and long-term enterprise value. The firm’s global delivery network spans over 6,000 vetted industry practitioners and operational advisors across Europe, the Middle East. For more information, visit adventnexus.com.

Disclaimer

Revenue figures referenced in this release are derived from internal management accounts for the period ending July 31, 2026. Referenced performance targets (including EBITDA or enterprise value scenarios) represent client-specific modelling goals and do not constitute a guarantee of future operational performance or investment returns. This release is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, August 7, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Yoroll today announced the launch of AI Odyssey, a playable AI film created on its AI-native interactive video platform. Developed by creator Amy Sun in just two days on a budget of approximately $250, the project demonstrates how a single creator can produce an interactive cinematic experience using AI-powered creation tools. 

Created on Yoroll and free to play at app.yoroll.ai/feed/odyssey, AI Odyssey contains more than 140 AI-generated cinematic video segments, 11 distinct endings, and a meaningful choice every 30 to 50 seconds. In its first week, the project drew over 10,000 plays across 30 countries. On social media, #AIOdysseyByYoroll appeared as a top 10 trending topic.

The project was created entirely using Yoroll's integrated production workflow. The platform combines AI video generation, character consistency, dialogue, and voice tools, branching narrative design, gameplay components, state systems, and publishing capabilities within a single creation pipeline. By bringing these tools together, Yoroll enables creators to develop interactive video experiences without relying on traditional film or game production workflows.

"AI-generated video has made content creation faster, but interactivity remains a major opportunity for creators," said Heath Xiao, founder and CEO of Yoroll. "AI Odyssey demonstrates how creators can combine AI-generated video with branching storytelling and gameplay to produce interactive experiences that would traditionally require much larger production teams."

AI Odyssey includes multiple branching paths and ending variations. Throughout the experience, player decisions influence story progression and character outcomes, allowing different playthroughs to produce different narrative results. The project illustrates how AI-generated video can be combined with interactive mechanics to create replayable storytelling experiences.

Yoroll says AI Odyssey demonstrates how AI tools can lower the barriers to creating interactive entertainment. Instead of simply watching AI-generated videos, audiences can actively participate in the story and shape how it unfolds.

About Yoroll

Yoroll is an AI-native interactive video platform operated by LinearGame Pte. Ltd., based in San Francisco and Singapore. The platform combines AI video generation, branching narrative tools, gameplay components, voice workflows, state systems, and publishing capabilities to help creators turn ideas into playable video experiences. Learn more at app.yoroll.ai and follow on X.

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Heath Xiao
LinearGame Pte. Ltd.
support@yoroll.ai

SINGAPORE, August 7, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Dr Plus Aesthetics has announced the expansion of its regional footprint with new clinic locations in Singapore and Johor Bahru, Malaysia, alongside the introduction of its Collagen-Centric Healthy Ageing Programme. The expansion represents a key milestone in the company's long-term regional growth strategy and strengthens access to medically guided healthy ageing solutions for patients across Singapore, Malaysia and the broader ASEAN region.

Regional Expansion Supports Growing Cross-Border Demand

The expansion includes an upcoming clinic at Novena Medical Centre in Singapore and a new location at Southkey in Johor Bahru. These additions complement the existing network at SBF Medical Suites in Tanjong Pagar, The Flow Mall on East Coast Road and Eco Galleria in Johor Bahru, enabling Dr Plus Aesthetics to broaden its clinical presence across two key healthcare markets.

The Southkey clinic is strategically positioned to serve communities along the Johor Bahru-Singapore corridor ahead of the planned commencement of passenger services on the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link at the end of 2026. By establishing a presence before the infrastructure becomes operational, Dr Plus Aesthetics is preparing to meet the anticipated increase in cross-border demand for medical aesthetics and healthy ageing services.

Introducing a Collagen-Centric Healthy Ageing Programme

Alongside its regional expansion, Dr Plus Aesthetics is introducing its Collagen-Centric Healthy Ageing Programme, a structured clinical pathway designed to support long-term skin and biological health through personalised, evidence-informed care.

The programme focuses on collagen health as a key component of healthy ageing and encourages a shift from one-time aesthetic procedures to continuous patient care. By developing personalised treatment plans that evolve over time, patients receive medically supervised support tailored to their individual skin health and wellness goals.

Complementing the programme is By The Collagen Doc, a proprietary skincare and wellness line created to extend collagen care beyond the clinic. Available both in clinics and online, the doctor-formulated products are designed to support daily skincare routines while helping patients maintain the outcomes of professionally administered clinical treatments as part of an ongoing care journey.

Meeting the Needs of an Ageing Population

The expansion comes as preventive healthcare and regenerative aesthetic medicine continue to gain momentum across Southeast Asia. Singapore's ageing population is projected to reach one in four residents by 2030, while consumers throughout the region are increasingly seeking long-term approaches that support overall wellbeing rather than temporary cosmetic improvements.

Through its integrated clinical model, Dr Plus Aesthetics aims to address this shift by combining medical treatments, personalised care pathways, patient education and home-based skincare into a continuous healthy ageing experience.

"Ageing should be approached with confidence and deep respect for individuality, never through fear or overcorrection," said Dr. Kenneth Lee, founder and Medical Director. "Our goal is to build long-term partnerships with patients by focusing on collagen health as an important foundation of overall wellbeing while delivering personalized care that evolves alongside their needs."

Supporting Long-Term Regional Growth

The latest expansion aligns with the company's three- to five-year strategy focused on strengthening clinical programmes, developing medical talent and increasing its regional presence. Dr Plus Aesthetics also aims to support local communities, cross-border commuters, international patients and medical travellers seeking medically supervised aesthetic and wellness services across Singapore and Malaysia.

The company has also received recognition for its contributions to the industry. Dr. Lee was featured among the 26 Game Changers of the Year at Harvard University and received the ASEAN Aesthetic Leadership Excellence Award 2026 presented by LOSD at the University of Oxford. The organisation has further earned multiple Daily Vanity Beauty Awards in 2024 and 2025, as well as recognition as the No. 1 Skincare Aesthetics Clinic 2024 by Asia Award Media Indonesia.

Looking ahead, Dr Plus Aesthetics plans to continue expanding its integrated healthy ageing model across Southeast Asia by strengthening clinical capabilities, introducing evidence-informed care programmes and supporting patients through every stage of their long-term wellness journey.

About Dr Plus Aesthetics

Dr Plus Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics and healthy ageing provider headquartered in Singapore with clinics across Singapore and Malaysia. The company focuses on evidence-informed, collagen-centric care designed to support long-term skin and biological health through personalised clinical programmes. Its integrated approach combines medically supervised treatments with doctor-formulated skincare and wellness solutions, including the By The Collagen Doc product range, to extend patient care beyond the clinic and promote continuous healthy ageing across the region. For more information, visit drplusaestheticsclinic.com.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual results from treatments, programmes, or products (including By The Collagen Doc) may vary. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition or treatment plan.

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Dr Kenneth Lee
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VANCOUVER, WA, August 7, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- SS Support Network LLC, a Vancouver, Washington-based healthcare BPO and call center, has expanded its services beyond non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) to serve home care agencies, medical clinics, dental practices, behavioral health providers, hospice organizations and DME suppliers across the United States. The expanded portfolio includes 24/7 patient call handling, appointment scheduling, referral intake, insurance verification, prior authorization support, medical billing, denial management, provider credentialing, and caregiver scheduling. Agents operate inside each client’s own software and respond in the client’s company name, with HIPAA training and BAA-ready capabilities. Month-to-month terms, no setup fees, and seamless integration into existing workflows ensure a quick path to enhanced patient access and revenue cycle efficiency.

The expansion signals a meaningful shift in how healthcare providers manage front- and back-office operations, unlocking reliable, compliant support across diverse settings. By delivering end-to-end support — from intake to billing — SS Support Network helps organizations improve patient experiences, reduce administrative bottlenecks, and accelerate cash flow, all while maintaining strict data security and regulatory compliance across broker portals and platforms used in NEMT and healthcare operations.

"We are expanding our footprint to empower every healthcare partner with scalable, compliant back-office and patient-contact solutions that work inside their own systems and under their brand," said Shahzaib Shah, CEO of SS Support Network. "Our team’s HIPAA-trained agents, coupled with our flexible month-to-month model and seamless integration, mean providers can focus on care while we manage the rest."

Looking ahead, SS Support Network plans to broaden its healthcare coverage further, deepen technology integrations with partner systems, and introduce advanced analytics to help clients optimize scheduling, billing and patient engagement. The company remains committed to delivering high-touch, compliant support that aligns with clients’ missions and standards, backed by ongoing investment in people, processes and security.

About SS Support Network

SS Support Network is a U.S.-registered healthcare BPO and call center that provides outsourced operations teams for healthcare and transportation businesses, including 24/7 call handling, dispatch, patient scheduling, medical billing, credentialing, customer support, and back-office work. Its core service portfolio covers patient and customer calls, NEMT dispatch, revenue cycle management, compliance and credentialing, and back-office support, delivered inside a client’s existing systems. The company says its teams are HIPAA-trained, BAA-ready, and experienced across broker portals and platforms used by NEMT and healthcare operators, including Modivcare, MTM, and Access2Care. For more information, visit sssupport.net.

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Julia Dev
SS Support Network
info@sssupport.net
+1 657-777-0006

SOFIA, Bulgaria, August 7, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Happy Life Academy® today announced that its founder and CEO, Prof. Dr. Stoyana Natseva, received four World Book of Records recognitions during the 10th World Book of Records Summit, held at the House of Commons in London on 26 June 2026. These recognitions add to her existing Guinness World Records title, bringing her total to five international record recognitions.

Her Guinness World Records title recognizes the longest gratitude and manifestation event — 25 hours, achieved in Sofia, Bulgaria, on 22 December 2025 (Guinness World Record ID 15-780818). The same event received a separate World Book of Records title as the longest and largest combined live and online transformational event, with more than 100,000 viewers joining online worldwide.

The other three World Book of Records recognitions honour her work, which has reached more than one million people through education, coaching, and transformational programmes; her role in building Europe’s largest coaching and transformational education academy, which has trained more than 100,000 students and certified over 3,000 specialists across 50+ countries; and her position as Europe’s No. 1 transformational literature author, with more than 282,000 independently distributed books.

Prof. Dr. Natseva is a professor, researcher, educator, and author of more than twenty books on psychology, identity, and personal development. She serves as Full Professor (Profesor Titular B) at Universidad Azteca and is the developer of the Internal Autobiographical Map (IAM), an integrative framework for identity development, autobiographical processing, and psychological resilience. Her peer-reviewed research is publicly verifiable through her DOI-indexed publications on behavioral transformation (DOI: 10.29070/a3akdw17) and autobiographical mapping (DOI: 10.29070/wpzwb802), as well as through her ORCID profile (0009-0008-1692-1935).

“Maintaining authenticity while working with more than 100,000 participants is only possible through clear structure, standardization, and a scientific approach,” said Prof. Dr. Natseva. “These recognitions are not only mine; they also belong to Bulgaria and to the many students, readers, and supporters who have been part of this journey.”

The awards also highlight the growing international contribution of Bulgarian professionals to psychology, education, and evidence-informed personal development.

About Happy Life Academy

Happy Life Academy® is an international platform for professional training and personal development, offering professional education, MBA, and Mini MBA programs in coaching, leadership, business consulting, family therapy, and holistic psychology. Its founder, Prof. Dr. Stoyana Natseva, is also President of IAPTC® and Full Professor at Universidad Azteca. For more information, visit happylifeacademy.eu.

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Stoyana Natseva
Founder and CEO, Happy Life Academy
stoyananatseva@happylifeacademy.eu